what are some of major current cultural effects in the US that have been created by the vietnam war?

Answer 1

1. The liberal media thinks it is ok to undermine a war.
2. Americans think they have a right to express their opinions and people must listen to them.
3. Politicians running a war and not fighting it like a war.

Answer 2

I think one of the most important ones is that people have a very short memory.

We all hear about the lessons learned and how the Viet Nam war wasn't a total fiasco because we have learned from it - bull crap - the same self absorbed people who fantasize that freedom comes without sacrifice are still pounding their same peace drums and ignoring the obvious threats to their own freedom.

Agree with the war on terror or not - we have made a commitment to the Iraqi people - if we don't live up to it this time, I will be totally disgusted with the majority of people who, in my opinion, don't deserve to live in this great nation.

Answer 3

I was not alive during that time.If you are to ask me there are tons of Vietnam War games and stuff because of that war.Some Anti-U.S people use the Vietnam War as an offense.Saying that a bunch of gurrulla fighters were able to conquer.Um why the thumbs down?Atleast I gave an answer lol.Some people jusst like to start controversy.

Answer 4

It gave birth to liberals and the anti-American stance. This has caused a huge rift between liberals and conservatives. Because the media dishonored soldiers to the extent they did, people are now more sensitive about dishonoring our soldiers. Presidents and the government are not trusted as much now. The media makes demands not heard of before.

Answer 5

When it comes to being involved in a war, we can't always trust our government. We have to know the enemy, know the specific reasons we are involved, and have a concise definition of what constitutes a successful outcome.

Apparently, we have not learned these lessons from Vietnam.